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Celebrate NAIDOC Week in the City of Maribyrnong

Published on 04 July 2025

Council invites the community to come together to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2025, from 6-13 July, honouring the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Tagged as: , Blog, Events, Footscray, Media releases

Take the Challenge: Tackling single-use plastics this July

Published on 23 June 2025

Council is calling on the community to take part in Plastic Free July – a global movement helping millions reduce single-use plastics. Whether you are new to the challenge or a seasoned participant, now is the time to choose one item to swap for a reusable, sign up with your postcode, and help us measure our collective impact.

Tagged as: , Blog, Environment, Events, Media releases, Sustainability

Marking Men’s Health Week in Maribyrnong

Published on 06 June 2025

Council is proud to support Men’s Health Week from 9-15 June 2025, encouraging men of all ages to take positive steps toward improving their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

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Braybrook and its people celebrated through textile art

Published on 05 June 2025

A community-engaged arts residency by artist Phong Chi Lai and supported by Council invites locals to contribute to the final touches of a collaborative textile banner that celebrates the creativity of our community and honours the natural environment.

Tagged as: , Arts and culture, Braybrook, Community Centre, Events

Opening the doors on Footscray’s Creative Places

Published on 26 March 2025

Residents are invited to discover Footscray’s creative side as we open the doors to celebrate Council’s Creative Places pilot program.

Tagged as: , Arts and culture, Events, Footscray

Embrace the journey: Maribyrnong celebrates Cultural Diversity Week

Published on 12 March 2025

Council will host a series of engaging, free events to celebrate Cultural Diversity Week in the City of Maribyrnong from 17 to 23 March 2025.

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Little Africa Night Market lights up Footscray

Published on 28 February 2025

Footscray is set to come alive with a feast for the senses at the Little Africa Night Market on Saturday 15 March. This event will transform the heart of Footscray into a cultural hub, celebrating African heritage with a diverse line-up of food, fashion, and entertainment.

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Event grants to activate our City

Published on 31 January 2025

The recipients of the third round of Council’s Love Your West Grants have been announced, with 18 grants totalling $165,525 awarded to a range of not-for-profits and businesses across the City of Maribyrnong.

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Residents invited to celebrate official opening of new Civic Precinct

Published on 30 January 2025

Following two years of renovation and restoration works to return the historic Footscray Town Hall building for community use, the new and improved space, the Civic Precinct and Community Hub, is now complete.

Tagged as: , Events, Family and children, Footscray, Improvement works

Being an ally in Maribyrnong

Published on 27 November 2024

Council will celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) 2024 with a photography exhibition to promote inclusivity and raise awareness of the experiences and achievements of individuals with disabilities.

Tagged as: , Events

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